1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 566 kg more than 1963 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sceptre | SL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
